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How much does it cost to fix a cracked phone screen in the UK?

Repairer holding a new replacement screen above a disassembled smartphone

A cracked phone screen is the most common repair there is. The good news is that it is almost always fixable, often in under an hour, and usually for far less than the cost of a new phone. Here is what affects the price, what you can expect to pay, and how to make sure the job is done properly.

What affects the cost of a screen repair?

There is no single price for fixing a cracked screen, because it depends on a few things:

  • The make and model. Older and budget Android phones are usually the cheapest to fix. The latest iPhones and flagship Samsung phones cost the most, because their screens are expensive to make.
  • The type of screen. Many modern phones use OLED screens, which cost more than the LCD screens on older or cheaper models.
  • Genuine or compatible parts. Original manufacturer parts cost more. Good quality compatible parts can be a sensible, cheaper option, but quality varies, so ask your repairer what they use.
  • How bad the damage is. If only the top glass is cracked and the display works, that is a simpler job than a screen with black patches, lines or touch that no longer responds.

Roughly how much will it cost?

Prices vary between shops and change as new models come out, so the best thing to do is get a price for your exact phone. As a rough guide in the UK:

  • Older or budget Android phones: often from around £50 to £100.
  • Recent iPhones and mid-range Samsung phones: often around £100 to £200.
  • The newest flagship and folding phones: can be £200 or more.

Even at the top end, that is usually a fraction of the price of a new handset, and you keep your phone, your photos and your settings exactly as they are.

Is it worth fixing a cracked screen?

In most cases, yes. A cracked screen is not just cosmetic. Cracks tend to spread, tiny shards of glass can cut your fingers, and once the glass is broken, dust and moisture can get inside and damage other parts. Fixing it early is usually cheaper than waiting until the touchscreen stops working.

It may not be worth it if your phone is very old, has other problems such as a failing battery, or the repair costs more than the phone is worth. A good repairer will tell you honestly if that is the case.

How long does a screen repair take?

For most popular phones, a local repair shop can replace a screen while you wait or on the same day, often in under an hour if they have the part in stock. Less common models may need the part ordering in, which usually takes a day or two. It is worth ringing ahead or sending a price request so they can check.

Before you hand your phone over

  • Back up your phone if it still works, so your photos and contacts are safe.
  • Ask about the warranty on the repair. Good repairers will guarantee their work.
  • Ask which parts they use, genuine or compatible, and the difference in price.
  • Check their reviews. A shop with lots of recent, genuine reviews is a much safer bet than the cheapest quote you can find.

Find a trusted screen repairer near you

Every repairer on Repair Not Replace has been checked for great Google reviews, and we re-check them regularly. You can send them a price request in a couple of minutes, and they will come back to you with a price for your exact phone.

We currently recommend repairers in Kettering, Rothwell and Desborough, Harlow, Loughton, Hitchin and Letchworth, with more towns being added all the time.